2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1980 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 575 Superamerica | Escort |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |